A baby seagull walking and calling out for its mother on Helensburgh Pier

Seagull of the Month: August 2024

Seagull of the Month

This baby seagull was spotted on Helensburgh Pier calling after its mother, who was never more than a few metres away. The mother seagull likely wanted a break from the constant noise but soon returned to shepherd their baby back along the pier.

A baby seagull with a parent seagull on Helensburgh Pier
A baby seagull reunited with their parent seagull on Helensburgh Pier

Seagull chicks can leave the nest within 24 hours of hatching but will stick around near their parents for 3 to 4 weeks afterwards until they learn to fly and forage for themselves.